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James O'Connell Obituary
James E. O'Connell, Sr., 71, of Ladson, husband of Gerda Bierig O'Connell, died on the afternoon of Wednesday, December 28, 2005 in a local hospital. His family and friends are invited to attend his memorial service at 9:00 am Monday, January 2, 2006 in St. John the Beloved Catholic Church, 28 Sumter Ave., Summerville, SC 29483. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the church. Arrangements were made through PALMETTO CREMATION SOCIETY (722-2555). Mr. O'Connell was a well known baker having most recently worked at the Oakbrook Wal-Mart on Dorchester Rd. He had also been a baker at Publix and other local bakeries after his retirement as a U.S. Navy cook. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons and a daughter. He was born Richmond, VA on May 5, 1934 a son of the late Irvin and Thelma Sanders O'Connell. A brother and sister also preceded him in death. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.
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Helen Mindas
January 3, 2006
Miss Gerda,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure you have a bunch of good memories of him and you always will. I realy loved Mr. Jim and I will miss his smiling face at work and all of his jokes. Remember to always keep your head up and be very strong. I know he is in heaven watching out for you and always smiling at you. Remember if you need me I am always there for you day or night. Stay strong and remember I love you!!!
Helen
Kevin Mindas
January 1, 2006
Miss Gerda,
My Deepest sympathies passed to you upon your loss of Mr. Jim. He was, in addition to being my fellow NAVY Vet., the very finest of men. I miss him already. I know he is Smiling and watching down on you. Hope to see you soon.
Kevin
Patricia McCalip
December 31, 2005
To Gert: I am so sorry for your loss. I know you will have some wonderful memories that will comfort you always. Stay strong-you were always a fighter. Pat(From Navy Relief)
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